Canada has secured an impressive #7 ranking out of 60 countries in Remote’s Global Life–Work Balance Index 2025, with a score of 73.46/100—making it the only nation from the Americas to enter the top 10. By contrast, the United States placed a disappointing 59th
🔍 Why Canada Ranks So High
Remote’s ranking is based on 10 critical indicators, including:
- Statutory annual leave
- Paid maternity and sick leave
- Working hours
- Minimum wage
- Healthcare quality
- Happiness, safety, LGBTQ+ inclusion
Canada scored strongly across safety, public health, and legal protections, earning praise for its “healthy separation between work and family life.” Its average workweek is ~32 hours, with 17 days of annual leave, and up to 55 weeks of parental leave (15 maternity + 40 parental). A 2.7% rise in most benefits is expected in the 2025–2026 period.
🌍 Global Context: Where Canada Stands
Top 10 countries (Remote, 2025):
| Rank | Country | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Zealand | 86.87 |
| 2 | Ireland | 81.17 |
| 3 | Belgium | 75.91 |
| 4 | Germany | 74.65 |
| 5 | Norway | 74.20 |
| 6 | Denmark | 73.76 |
| 7 | Canada | 73.46 |
| 8 | Australia | 72.10 |
| 9 | Spain | 71.94 |
| 10 | Finland | 70.86 |
Canada placed slightly lower than in 2024 (#5; 72.75), thanks to European peers improving faster.
🧹 Country Comparisons
Canada vs. Top 5:
- Happiness score: 6.8 (Canada) vs. ~6.8–7.3 (Europe)
- Safety: 1.45 vs. 1.5–1.6 elsewhere
- Annual leave: 17 days vs. 30–36 in Belgium, Spain, Germany
- Parental leave: 55 weeks at 55% income vs. full pay in Europe
- Avg work hours: 35.2/week vs. 32–36
Canada lags slightly in leave and working hours but stands tall with healthcare, paid leave benefits, and societal inclusion.
📊 Why this Matters
- Talent magnet: With growing global demand for quality of life, Canada’s strong balance draws skilled workers worldwide.
- Workforce well-being: Better balance leads to lower burnout and higher productivity.
- Policy validation: Demonstrates the positive impact of Canada’s labor and leave policies.
🚩 Securing Your Future in Canada with ICC Immigration
Balancing work and life is important—but so is choosing the right path to settle in Canada. At ICC Immigration, we excel at helping applicants navigate from temporary status to Permanent Residency (PR)—avoiding uncertain asylum routes.
Our Services Include:
- Permanent Residency Applications
- Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), and other pathways—streamlined and compliant.
- Work & Study Permits
- Short-term options that can evolve into PR opportunities.
- Family Sponsorship
- Reunite your loved ones smoothly.
- Expert Legal Guidance
- Stay compliant with IRCC policies and improve your success chances.
We focus on secure, strategic PR paths—not asylum—so you can confidently begin your Canadian dream in a country that truly values life balance and inclusivity.
✅ In Summary
- Canada ranks #7 globally for life–work balance, the best in the Americas.
- A strong combination of leave benefits, healthcare, safety, and work hours keeps Canada ahead.
- This ranking inspires talent attraction, productivity, and immigration interest.
- Through ICC Immigration, you have a trusted partner in building your future in Canada—via secure and legal pathways.